Winter 2023 session
Nosework classes
**** None this session****
If none are offered, for private classes, you can check out Nancy Almann (http://thebrainycanine.com, or e-mail info@thebrainycanine.com), Lisa Williams & Kathy Mosher (http://www.facebook.com/RedtailFarmK9), or Terry Brown (http://www.nordicmyst.com).
Obedience classes
Location: The Shops at Ithaca Mall
Register with Marian Szebenyi, 176 Jackson Hollow, Newfield, NY 14867.
Applications (see Forms) will be accepted until 3 days before the start of classes, or until a class is full; include the fee ($85 as a first class, $70 as the second class with this dog, $20 for active members, $70 for inactive members), vaccination information, and the liability waiver. If you want to check whether classes are full, or have other questions about the application process, please contact Marian.
Saturdays - Jan 7, 14, 21, 28; Feb 4, 11, 18
10:00 A.M. Beginner I - Instructor Abby Christman, assisted by Kerry Boisvert *** Full ***
For dogs 6 months and up with no previous formal training. Covers problem solving, attention, and basic obedience (sit, down, come, stay, walk on a loose leash).
11:30 A.M. Beginner II - Instructor Lisa D'Annibale Limited to 8 students
Builds on training begun in Beginner I or Puppy Beginner to widen your dog's experience and improve reliability.
Sundays - Jan 8, 15, 22, 29; Feb 5, 12, 19
9:00 A.M. Obedience Games - Instructor Becky Robinson, assisted by Nancy Almann *** Full ***
For dogs and handlers who have taken basic obedience training; a variety of activities to reinforce old skills and develop new ones. To include some Rally exercises, among others. For IDTC members.
Tuesdays - Jan 3, 10, 17, 31; Feb 7, 14
7:00 P.M. Beginner Novice - Instructor Lisa Mitchell Limited to 8 students
Preparation for showing at the Beginner Novice level. Prerequisite, training to the CGC level. For IDTC members.
Wednesdays - Jan 11, 18, 25; Feb 1, 8, 15, 22
5:45 P.M. Beginner I - Instructor Marian Szebenyi, assisted by Marlene Barken *** Full ***
For dogs 6 months and up with no previous formal training. Covers problem solving, attention, and basic obedience (sit, down, come, stay, walk on a loose leash).
7:00 P.M. Puppy Beginner - Instructor Becky Robinson, assisted by Marguerite Hart Limited to 8 students
This is a first class for puppies 3-6 months old. It covers manners, introduction to basic obedience, also some socialization and fun activities. Successful completion of this course will enable your puppy to get the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy certificate.
Thursdays - Jan 12, 19, 26; Feb 2, 9, 16, 23
5:45 P.M. Beginner II - Instructor Jean Bonasera, assisted by Marty Gold Limited to 8 students
Builds on training begun in Beginner I or Puppy Beginner to widen your dog's experience and improve reliability.
7:00 P.M. Beginner I - Instructor Stephanie Vonderlin, assisted by Jackie Puleo *** Full ***
For dogs 6 months and up with no previous formal training. Covers problem solving, attention, and basic obedience (sit, down, come, stay, walk on a leash).
Fridays - Jan 13, 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24
4:00 P.M. CGC Instructor Suzanne Etherington, assisted by Judy Roberts Limited to 8 students
Preparation for the AKC Canine Good Citizen test, which will be given at the end of this class. For IDTC members, as well as non-members who have completed Beginner II.
5:15 P.M. Obedience/Rally practice Supervised by Susan Morse Limited to 5 students
Opportunity to practice on your own, help each other. For members only, working at the Beginner Novice to beginning Open level. A ring will be set up; people will each have a chance to work individually in the ring. A group sit and down stay will be run at some point. Outside the ring there will be space to practice individual obedience/rally exercises; cones will be out for figure 8s, etc.
Agility
Location: the Shops at Ithaca Mall
These classes are for Club members. Register with Linda Pacioretty, 508 White Church Rd. Brooktondale, NY 14817. Applications (see Forms) will be accepted until 3 days before the start of classes, or until a class is full; include the fee ($20 for active members, $70 for inactive members), vaccination information, and the liability waiver. If you want to check whether classes are full, or have other questions about the application process, please contact the Registrar.
Sundays - Jan 8, 15, 22, 29; Feb 5, 12, 19
11:00 A.M. Beginning Agility - Instructor Tammy Osmeloski, assisted by Marianne Montague Max 8 students
Introductory agility. Dogs must be under reasonable off-leash control. Classes last 90 minutes.
No class Feb 19.
12:45 A.M. Weave Practice - Instructor Susan Morse Max 8 students
Enhance reliability of weave pole performance in a variety of situations. No class Jan 29.
Mondays - Jan 9, 16, 23, 30; Feb 6, 13
3:00 P.M. Weaves 2 - Instructor Susan Morse Max 8 students
Develop solid performance of the weave poles, for dogs already acquainted with the obstacle.
4:15 P.M. Running contacts - Instructor Dave Grodsky, assisted by Ray Corey Max 6 students
Speed up performance of A-frame, dog walk, teeter without missing contacts.
Tuesdays - Jan 31; Feb 7, 14
5:15 P.M. (90-minute class) How to trial in CPE agility - Instructor Tammy Osmeloski Max 8 students
All you need to know to get started showing in CPE agility. For members only.
Fridays - Jan 13, 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17
6:30 P.M. Skills and Drills Instructor Brenda Finnicum Max 5 students
A course will be set up on which people can practice, one at a time; no formal instruction. For dogs/handlers at all levels of agility training. Participants are expected to help with set-up and tear-down.
Please note that IDTC is unable to accept aggressive or reactive dogs in our classes. If you are concerned that your dog is aggressive or reactive to people or other dogs, please ask for your vet for a referral to a certified animal behaviorist.